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If you're tired of corned beef and cabbage and Irish soda bread just won't cut it this year, beer and cheese is a party pairing that is quickly gaining popularity in pubs and fromageries alike.
Beer & Cheese Pairings for St. Patrick's Day
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If you're tired of corned beef and cabbage and Irish soda bread just won't cut it this year, beer and cheese is a party pairing that is quickly gaining popularity in pubs and fromageries alike.
On St. Patrick's Day the typical type of beer consumed is either a stout-style beer, such as Guinness, a lager-style beer, like Harp. Creamy Blue Cheeses and Sharp Cheddars are full-flavored accompaniments to the rich, malty flavor found in stout beers. If you favor lighter, lager-style beer, a California Jack or Smoky Gouda would perfectly complement the smooth, clean taste of this popular style of beer.
When choosing a beer and cheese, think about pairing wine and cheese. A lot of the same rules apply. Pick a beer and cheese of similar varieties so the flavor profiles will stand up to one another, but not compete.
The following chart from the Real California Milk Board tells you exactly what kind of beer to pair with your favorite cheese -- or depending on how Irish you are, maybe the other way around.
When choosing a beer and cheese, think about pairing wine and cheese. A lot of the same rules apply. Pick a beer and cheese of similar varieties so the flavor profiles will stand up to one another, but not compete.
The following chart from the Real California Milk Board tells you exactly what kind of beer to pair with your favorite cheese -- or depending on how Irish you are, maybe the other way around.
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